Blend together cracked pepper, dried oregano, salt, and minced garlic in a small bowl and rub on outside of roast. Pierce the roast with a sharp knife 4-5 times and place slivers of sliced fresh garlic in the slits.

Place the meat in a roasting pan and place in the hot oven for 10 minutes Then turn down to 300° and roast 30 minutes per pound. Use a meat thermometer to check doneness. 160° is considered medium well done.